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This post shares essay prompts for the 2020-2021 admissions cycle. Click here<\/a> to view our collection of MBA admissions deadlines and notification dates.<\/h4>\n

The schools are listed in the order they appear on US News & World Report’s 2020 Best Business Schools<\/a><\/strong>. Schools highlighted in red have not released their essay prompts for this admissions cycle. (*This article will be updated as prompts are updated on school websites.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nWhat do you hope to gain professionally from the Wharton MBA? (500 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nTaking into consideration your background \u2013 personal, professional, and\/or academic \u2013 how do you plan\u00a0to\u00a0make specific, meaningful contributions to the Wharton community? (400 words)<\/p>\n

Additional Question (required for all Reapplicants):<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please use this space to share with the Admissions Committee how you have reflected [on] and grown since your previous application and discuss any relevant updates to your candidacy (e.g., changes in your professional life, additional coursework, and extracurricular\/volunteer engagements). (250 words)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nHow to Tackle the Wharton MBA Essay<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Stanford Graduate School of Business<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay A<\/strong>
\nWhat matters most to you, and why?<\/p>\n

Essay B<\/strong>
\nWhy Stanford?<\/p>\n

(Your answers for both essay questions combined may not exceed 1,150 words.)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nHow to Search Your Soul in Your Stanford GSB Essays<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Harvard Business School<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay<\/strong>
\nAs we review your application, what more would you like us to know as we consider your candidacy for the Harvard Business School MBA Program?<\/p>\n

Guide:
\nHow to Write a Great HBS Essay<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

MIT Sloan School of Management<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Cover Letter<\/strong>
\nMIT Sloan seeks students whose personal characteristics demonstrate that they will make the most of the incredible opportunities at MIT, both academic and non-academic. We are on a quest to find those whose presence will enhance the experience of other students. We seek thoughtful leaders with exceptional intellectual abilities and the drive and determination to put their stamp on the world. We welcome people who are independent, authentic, and fearlessly creative\u2014true doers. We want people who can redefine solutions to conventional problems, and strive to preempt unconventional dilemmas with cutting-edge ideas. We demand integrity and respect passion.<\/p>\n

Taking the above into consideration, please submit a cover letter seeking a place in the MIT Sloan MBA Program. Your letter should conform to a standard business correspondence, include one or more examples that illustrate why you meet the desired criteria above, and be addressed to the Assistant Deans of Admissions, Rod Garcia and Dawna Levenson (300 words or fewer, excluding address and salutation).<\/p>\n

Video Statement<\/strong>
\nPlease take a minute to introduce yourself to your future classmates via video. Include a bit on your past experience and why MIT Sloan is the best place for you to pursue your MBA. Videos should be a single take (no editing) lasting no more than one minute and consisting of you speaking directly to the camera. We recommend using an application such as QuickTime or iMovie to record yourself.<\/p>\n

Upload the video file according to the detailed instructions within the application. We support the following file formats: .avi, .flv, .m1v, .m2v, .m4v, .mkv, .mov, .mpeg, .mpg, .mp4, .webm, .wmv<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nFive Tips for Your MIT Sloan Cover Letter<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nHow will the Booth MBA help you achieve your immediate and long-term post-MBA career goals? (250 word minimum)<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nAn MBA is as much about personal growth as it is about professional development. In addition to sharing your experience and goals in terms of career, we\u2019d like to learn more about you outside of the office. Use this opportunity to tell us something about who you are\u2026 (Minimum 250 words, no maximum.)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nHow to Answer Chicago Booth’s 2020-2021 Essay Prompts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Columbia Business School<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Short Answer Question<\/strong>
\nWhat is your immediate post-MBA professional goal? (50 characters maximum)<\/p>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nThrough your resume and recommendations, we have a clear sense of your professional path to date. What are your career goals over the next 3-5 years and what, in your imagination, would be your long-term dream job? (500 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nWhy do you feel Columbia Business School is a good fit for you? (250 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 3<\/strong>
\nTell us about your favorite book, movie or song and why it resonates with you.\u00a0(250 Words)<\/p>\n

Guide:
\nHow to Nail the CBS 2020-21 Essay Prompts<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nKellogg\u2019s purpose is to educate, equip & inspire brave leaders who create lasting value. Tell us about a time you have demonstrated leadership and created lasting value. What challenges did you face, and what did you learn? (450 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nValues are what guide you in your life and work. What<\/span> values are important to you and how have they influenced you? (450 words).<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nHow to Tackle Kellogg’s 2020-21 Essay Prompts<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Haas School of Business <\/strong>(University of California, Berkeley)<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nWhat makes you feel alive when you are doing it, and why?<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nAt Berkeley Haas, we are redefining leadership. We value different opinions and perspectives, recognizing that we always have more to learn about others\u2019 lived experiences and histories. We encourage speaking up and listening, and courageously use our power to address barriers and drive change for positive impact.<\/p>\n

Tell us how a Berkeley Haas MBA would enhance your leadership profile, incorporating specific examples.<\/p>\n

Guide:
\nHaas Essay Hacks<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Yale School of Management<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay<\/strong>
\nDescribe the biggest commitment you have ever made. (500 words)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nFour Tips for Committing to Yale SOM<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Fuqua School of Business<\/strong>\u00a0(Duke University)<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Short Answer Question<\/strong>
\nAnswer the following question in 500 characters only (the equivalent of about 100 words).<\/p>\n

What are your post-MBA career goals? Share with us your first choice career plan and your alternate plan.<\/p>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\n25 random things about yourself. \u00a0Present your response in list form, numbered 1 to 25. Some points may be only a few words, while others may be longer. Your complete list should not exceed two pages.<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nYour response should be no more than 300 words.<\/p>\n

Fuqua prides itself on cultivating a culture of engagement. Our students enjoy a wide range of student-led organizations that provide opportunities for leadership development and personal fulfillment, as well as an outlet for contributing to society. Our student-led government, clubs, centers, and events are an integral part of the student culture and are vital to providing you with a range of experiential learning and individual development experiences.<\/p>\n

Based on your understanding of the Fuqua culture, what are the three most meaningful ways you expect to engage and contribute to our community outside of the classroom?<\/p>\n

Guide:
\nDuke Fuqua 25 Random Things: Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts<\/a><\/strong>
\n4 Tips for the Duke Fuqua Community Involvement Essay<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Stephen M. Ross School of Business<\/strong>\u00a0(University of Michigan)<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Short Answer Questions <\/strong>(choose one from each group; 100 words each)<\/p>\n

Group 1
\nI want people to know that I:
\nI made a difference when I:
\nI was aware that I was different when:<\/p>\n

Group 2
\nI was out of my comfort zone when:
\nI was humbled when:
\nI was challenged when:<\/p>\n

Career Goal Essay
\n<\/strong>Michigan Ross is a place where people from all backgrounds with different career goals can thrive. What is your short-term career goal and why? (200 words)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nMichigan Ross Essay Tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tuck School of Business<\/strong>\u00a0(Dartmouth College)<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nTuck students can articulate how the distinctive Tuck MBA will advance their aspirations. Why are you pursuing an MBA and why Tuck? (300 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nTuck students recognize how their individuality adds to the fabric of Tuck. Tell us who you are. (300 words)<\/p>\n

Essay 3<\/strong>
\nTuck students invest generously in the success of others even when it is not convenient or easy. Tell us about a time when you helped someone else succeed.\u00a0(300 words)<\/p>\n

Guide:<\/strong>
\nTips for Tackling Dartmouth Tuck’s 2020-2021 Essays<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

New York University Stern School of Business<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h5>\n

Essay 1<\/strong>
\nProfessional Aspirations (500 word maximum, double-spaced, 12-point font)
\nWhat are your short and long-term career goals?
\nHow will the MBA help you achieve them?<\/p>\n

Essay 2<\/strong>
\nPersonal Expression (a.k.a. “Pick Six”)
\nDescribe yourself to the Admissions Committee and to your future classmates using six images and corresponding captions. Your uploaded PDF should contain all of the following elements:<\/p>\n